On the recordMay 17, 2017
I will continue to join my colleagues in honoring our law enforcement officers across America, particularly in my home State, and look forward to providing that tribute in days to come. I thank my colleague, the sheriff, for his work. I have come to the floor today, however, to again comment on the appointment of a special counsel to investigate the Russian collusion, alleged Russian collusion of the President's campaign operatives and the President as relates to the 2016 election. Director Mueller is a well respected law enforcement leader. I look forward to his quick response. But I believe it is important for this Congress, and I ask Speaker Ryan to ensure, that the committees of jurisdiction--Oversight and Government Reform, House Judiciary Committee, and House Intelligence Committee--do their work as well. That work would include hearings on the issues before us and an impeachment inquiry to determine the facts. I believe that we can do this together, Mr. Speaker, not as Republicans and Democrats, but as Americans. The truth must be found, and America will be better for it. ____________________
